Penang... A new beginning, AGAIN ~~

Good day.

I know it has been ages since the last I told my stories... well here's an update on me. 

I've moved on to another career ... back to the medical field but in different department so I would say. 

2nd September 2013 marked the date that I officially starting my life in Penang this time. 

Based at Island Specialist Hospital, OT/Recovery - it's a such challenging place and so many dramas going on. 

My first day, well what can I say. I havent been doing alot of walking. Hence, my feet gave way while climbing up the staircase. It is such a funny scenario if u asked me. I can't stop laughing myself. The first thought of regret peeks!!! Noooooo~~~ get away you... I am not about to back out without even drawing my sword and fight! 

So, we were then introduced to Sister Nantha. A very pleasant lady with a cheerful, perky personality. Very much humble person.  That would be my first impression! The orientation's begun!

Was introduced to so many people and of course I cant remember any single name but the Sister and Matron Alice. I guess I have to learn it soon. 

The place a little intimidating and very much fierce. I wont say because of the design of the area but the people there makes it like it's a warzone. Never seen an OT as such. Been to a few but they are very well organized and no screaming or shouting going on. I guess, profits comes first. Hmmmmm..... 

Was then introduced to our Mentor. A person who would be guiding and impart their knowledge unto us. Mine was SN WY. First impression? Errrrr not impressive. (Sorry but I have to be honest). She has some good points but many of them should be looked into. Why? 

Being a Mentor is not just asking you to do this and that, a mentor should be someone who would be able to guide, answer, giving, taking, and correspond and communicate well with the Mentee and others. The task of being a Mentor is not an easy one. It's a role of being an educator and motivator. A role of public relations, internal correspond and someone to look up to. So many mentors, be it here or in other places, from my observations doesnt actually know what is Mentoring all about and how to go about it. To grasp the jist of the basic educating and motivating fellow colleagues. There are no camaraderie shown. I am speechless. But not wanting to be a pain (being who I am), I would just lay low and try to absorb as much as possible. What I am really thankful is that, the upper management have an OPEN DOOR policy if there are any problems, issues arises. THANK GOD! 

Alrighty enough with that, 

Being in my size, movement is my biggest challenge. Not used of fast pace walking and standing day long, I sometimes conceded. But hey, first time in this field I guess I am doing OK. But people can be inhumane! I dont know why they wanted to be a care taker aka nurse. I remember during 3 years of studying, we have been thought critical thinking is essential and that nursing is more about caring for the patient. BUT ,,, WOW!!!! How i guess what they thought in college are all BOLLOCKS!!! 

No use of studying, behavioral science looking at the way they conducted themselves. Nonetheless, the way they treat the patient like a piece of meat about to be butchered. It's a scary place really. 

Anyhow, I noticed some aren't like that. THANK GOD there are still sane human being who cares about others and cares about their colleagues. Communications is one of the biggest issues. If only everyone would practice what their parents have thought them since their small ... how to say thank you, please, sorry~~~ then I guess things won't seem so bad. 

Besides that, everyday is a learning day. So many procedures, so many things to set in mind. Eventhough not much skills are adapted to it but still... too many paperworks.

I am just surviving through it so far. 

It is indeed a good place to be at. It is an opportunity that I am willing to take. 

But not thinking about quiting? BLAH!!! that means you've never really work then.... 

Will keep you updated.

Cheers

Kay